Category: Writing/Editing

If a subject is important enough for you to write a memo, take the time to write it in a way that people will read it through. Deliver effective messages with these actions.

We’ve all seen the hilarious memes about autocorrect gone wrong. So, how can you control this feature in a way that will give you the confidence to use it? Here are some suggestions.

Spellcheckers don’t catch every little mistake. Until someone invents a foolproof spellchecker, we need to rely on our own skills at using apostrophes.

LinkedIn is a fantastic resource to improve yourself, advance your career and connect with others. Akin to a classroom full of transformative, empowering possibilities, there’s something for everyone who puts in the effort to upgrade their life, set attainable goals and strive for excellence.

You see it everywhere. It makes its way past myriad checkpoints. It sneaks past editorial teams. You note it on menus, signs, billboards  …  and let’s not even mention the staggering number of appearances it makes online, from interoffice emails to company websites.

Passive voice is believed by many to have no place in the professional and academic worlds, yet many people struggle to differentiate active and passive voice. Mignon Fogarty explains the differences and offers ways to easily point out passive voice.

Follow these rules to ensure your content is seen and shared.

It’s easy to fall back on weak standby words in business correspondence, such as these.

Here are some guidelines to keep in mind to add punch to a written proposal—whether it’s about doing some teleworking, changing a meeting time or attending a conference.

Follow these steps to remove word clutter from your messages.